2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2005 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Eclipse | Visto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
