2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Eclipse | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
