2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Eclipse | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |