2008 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
