2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ram | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 81 L |