2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Cadillac Mitsubishi
Model SRX Eclipse
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1367 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2576 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 67 L