2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 463 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ulysse | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
