2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 949 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
