1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1996 Chrysler Sebring and 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sebring | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |