2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
