2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
