2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |