2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (198 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Eclipse | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |