2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 719 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pathfinder | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2129 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
