2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 84 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclipse | AAC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
