2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 318 kg more than 1996 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 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 177 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |