2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Phedra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
