2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Eclipse | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
