2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
