2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galaxy | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |