2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2005 Toyota Stallion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Toyota Stallion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Stallion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2005 Toyota Stallion
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Eclipse Stallion
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2350 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1336 kg
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2730 mm


 

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