2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 214 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |