2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |