2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 226 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2008 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MPV | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
