2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 74 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclipse | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
