2004 Hummer H1 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2004 Hummer H1 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 6,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H1 (205 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1902 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H1 (597 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hummer H1 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Hummer Mitsubishi
Model H1 Eclipse
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6504 cc 2350 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 145 HP
Torque 597 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 3272 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 159 L 62 L


 

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