2008 Lancia Phedra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra.
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 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Phedra | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Phedra | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
