2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
