2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (260 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80.
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 (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Eclipse | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 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 | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |