Hyundai Tiburon vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai Tiburon and Mitsubishi Eclipse contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai Tiburon and the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
In comparing the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, The Mitsubishi Eclipse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Hyundai Tiburon and Mitsubishi Eclipse have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Eclipse is a better car than the Hyundai Tiburon.
Pricing: A used 2008 Hyundai Tiburon ranges from $3,425 to $8,986 while a used 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is priced between $3,395 to $10,839.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai Tiburon’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Eclipse base engine makes 162 horsepower. Both the Tiburon and the Eclipse are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 406 and 496 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,270
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,999
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,203
Price Range:
$3,425 - $8,986
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125,670
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,557
Price Range:
$3,395 - $10,839
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
108,960
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Hyundai Tiburon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai Tiburon
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Eclipse
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
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Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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Hyundai Tiburon Rankings
Not yet available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai Tiburon Trim Levels
GS, GT, GT Limited, SE
Mitsubishi Eclipse Trim Levels
GS, GT, SE, SE-V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
162 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Bluetooth:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2898 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
52.4 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
179.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl
Blue
Regatta Blue
Gray
Carbon Gray
Red
Redfire Pearl
Silver
Quicksilver
White
Captiva White
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Kalapana Black
Blue
Still Blue Pearl
Gray
Satin Meisai Gray Pearl
Red
Rave Red Pearl
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Northstar White
Green
Optimist Green Pearl
Orange
Sunset Pearlescent
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Charcoal Cloth / Medium Grey Cloth / Sun and Sound Dark Charcoal / Sun and Sound Medium Grey
