2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tundra | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
