2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
