2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1309 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lincoln Navigator 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Lincoln Mitsubishi
Model Navigator Eclipse
Year Released 2004 2001
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2350 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 100 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2719 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2570 mm


 

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