2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Eclipse | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
