2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
