2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 9-7X | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Saab | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 9-7X | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
