1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
