2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
