2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
