2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Eclipse | Baja |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
