2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Eclipse | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
