1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Condor |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |