2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Eclipse | Arosa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 34 L |