2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 560 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 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Voyager | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
