2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Eclipse | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |