2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Silverado | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |