2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Tundra 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Toyota Mitsubishi
Model Tundra Eclipse
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 5340 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1351 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2576 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 67 L


 

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