2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1410 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |