2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 546 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
