2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
