2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2001 Peugeot 307 and 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 307 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
