2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
