2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
