1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marea | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
