2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Phedra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
