2006 GMC Savana vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Savana | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
