2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
