2006 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Justy | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Justy | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
