1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
