2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eclipse | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
