2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Eclipse | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |