2003 Suzuki Swift vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2003 Suzuki Swift and 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 94 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Swift | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Swift | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
