2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-150 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 67 L |