2006 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 81 L |
