2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1367 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |