2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. Both 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Eclipse | Lancer |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |