2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model Seicento Eclipse
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 2378 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 67 L


 

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