2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RunX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
