2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Eclipse | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |