2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 189 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 (278 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |