2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1775 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |