1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
