2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Eclipse | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |