2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
