2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |