2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
