2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 351 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3000 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
