2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 34 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratus | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
