2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Opel Agila. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Agila |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
