2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (263 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 67 L |