2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
