2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |