1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
