2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 6 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |