2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. Both 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse are equipped with a 2,350 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, both vehicles can yield 214 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Eclipse Eclipse
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2350 cc 2350 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2610 mm