2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
