1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Eclipse | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
