2010 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti M | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
