2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Canyon | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |