2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eclipse | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
