2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Eclipse | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
