1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 119 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Eclipse | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
