2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Galant are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Eclipse | Galant |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |