2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Eclipse | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
