2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2010 Lexus IS 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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 (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | Eclipse | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
