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