2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Eclipse | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
