2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-250 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |