2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |