2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 7 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 101 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Eclipse | SOUL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |