2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eclipse | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
