2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eclipse | Raider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
