2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Eclipse | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |