2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, both 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2010 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Eclipse | 120 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |