1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 222 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Phedra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |