2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
