2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 825 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pathfinder | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |