2006 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 5 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |