2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Eclipse | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |