2007 Hyundai H100 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 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 2007 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai H100 | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | H100 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
