2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Eclipse | Tango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |