2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Strada | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 162 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |