1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 355 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 (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Venza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |