1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |