2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 905 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eclipse | Optra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
