2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eclipse | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
