2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rexton | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
