2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Eclipse | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
