2002 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daewoo Chairman 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 2002 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2002 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Chairman | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Chairman | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
