2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Eclipse | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |