1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 613 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.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
