2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 283 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Eclipse | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
