2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 984 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
