2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 5 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Voyager | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
