2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 489 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Town & Country | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
