2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Eclipse | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 115 L |
