1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Eclipse | Liana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
