2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 257 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 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B4000 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
