2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Eclipse | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
