2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |