2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Eclipse | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
