1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |