2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rio | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |