2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. Both 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse are equipped with a 2,376 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Outlander Eclipse
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2376 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 213 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 67 L


 

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