2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
