2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2012 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 527 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Eclipse | Getz |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |