2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
