2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Eclipse | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |