1997 Ford Versailles vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Versailles | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Versailles | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
