2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford S-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford S-Max weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Eclipse | S-Max |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |