2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 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 E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |