2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
