2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 180 L |
