2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 4 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 939 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Eclipse | Transporter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
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 | 1405 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |