1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
