2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lincoln |
| Model | Eclipse | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
