2010 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RDX | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RDX | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |