2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
