2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
