2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 (260 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Eclipse | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |