2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 2011 Hyundai Azera and 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 48 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2011 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Azera | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Azera | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
