2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 14 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Eclipse | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |