2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Eclipse | BLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
