1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Eclipse | Pajero |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |