2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
