2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
