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2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by ***justin_ford

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Reviewed: 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse

2dr Hatch 210-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual FWD

Why Not the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Materials & workmanship

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Powertrain performance

Torque is lacking across the power band but especially at the the bottom of 1st gear. For a small car it feels underpowered despite the rated 210 HP. Clutch engagement gives no feedback. Shifter is sloppy and too spread out.

Handling

The FWD limits the turning radius and cornering. The weight ratio is biased too far forward. Excessive body roll for a sporty car.

Depreciation

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Quietness

Amazing amount of road noise. Engine noise is well managed, though.

This review was originally a two-car comparison review. Read the other half here.

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Response from scumbling1

8:34 pm March 8, 2016

Do you have any experience with the previous generations of Eclipse for comparison. I hear they feel a bit more lively, despite being slightly less powerful.

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