2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 295 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |