2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Eclipse | 6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |