2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
