2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Eclipse | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
