2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Transit Connect | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |