2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Forester | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1367 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |