2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |