2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Versa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
