2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 294 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
