2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Titan | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |