2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |