2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Eclipse | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
