2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 946 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Eclipse | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |