2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 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. 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 183 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 508 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eclipse | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
