2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
