2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (279 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lybra | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
