2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Sienna | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sienna | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |