1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Eclipse | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |