2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 547 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Liberty | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |