2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (275 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 523 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (373 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trailblazer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2576 mm |