2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |