2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 6 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
