2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Phedra | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
