2010 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Focus 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Focus Eclipse
Year Released 2010 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2348 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4445 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1722 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1488 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2614 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 62 L


 

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