2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2011 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
Model | Eclipse | Avenger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |