2006 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 355 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1703 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
