2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
