2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
