Ford Mustang vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Mustang and Mitsubishi Eclipse contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Mustang and the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
In comparing the Ford Mustang's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mitsubishi Eclipse has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 105 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Eclipse base engine makes 92 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The Eclipse is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. This gives the Mitsubishi Eclipse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Mustang. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$11,795
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$12,112
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,016
Price Range:
$8,995 - $38,131
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
21
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
71,903
# Good or Great Deals:
7
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Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Ford Mustang Rankings
Not yet available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Trim Levels
Base, GS, GS 2.0, GS Turbo, GSX Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
105 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
135 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
92 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
105 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2834 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
52.1 inches
Length:
179.6 inches
Wheelbase:
100.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2542 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
51.4 inches
Length:
172.8 inches
Wheelbase:
97.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
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Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
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Tire Size:
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Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Reef Blue Clearcoat Metallic / Royal Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Bright Calypso Green Clearcoa Metallic
Red
Bright Red / Electric Red Clearcoat Metallic
Silver
Silver Clearcoat Metallic
White
Vibrant White
Exterior Colors
Black
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Blue
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Green
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Red
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White
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