2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mondeo | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |