2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Eclipse | 207 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 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 Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
