2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 1898 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |