2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaro | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
