2004 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Ipsum | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ipsum | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
