2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Eclipse | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
