2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 270 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 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GranSport | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
