2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Eclipse | Murano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |