2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Eclipse | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |