2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2004 Ford Ecosport
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2004 Ford Ecosport were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ecosport. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ecosport.
Because 2004 Ford Ecosport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ecosport 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. 2004 Ford Ecosport has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Ecosport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2004 Ford Ecosport | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Eclipse | Ecosport |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4228 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |