2012 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Espace | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Espace | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |