2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Eclipse | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
