2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RSX | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |