2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touareg | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |