2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Eclipse | 5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |