2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 673 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Eclipse | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
