2009 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rio | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |