2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Pod |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
