2005 Holden Zafira vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 110 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 (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zafira | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
