2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestar | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
