2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 2005 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | TE-50 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
