2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
