2009 Lexus LS vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |
