1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 1996 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
