2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Malibu | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |