2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Eclipse | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 33 L |
