2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
