2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 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 Express (386 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
