2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2008 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Eclipse | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |