2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Eclipse | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |