2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 Holden Zafira and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Zafira | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Zafira | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |