2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Eclipse | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 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 | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |