2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (344 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |