2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis

To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 5 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 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Eclipse Grandis
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2348 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 65 L


 

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