2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |