2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Eclipse | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
