2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

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