2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Holden Epica
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2012 Holden Epica were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Holden Epica. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Epica.
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, 2012 Holden Epica (320 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Holden Epica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Eclipse | Epica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2700 mm |
