1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Dedra | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Dedra | I |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
