2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Eclipse | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1360 kg |