2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
