2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa 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:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
