2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Eclipse | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 89 L |