2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra

To start off, both 2002 Infiniti Q45 and 2002 Lancia Phedra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Infiniti Q45 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 2002 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti Q45 2002 Lancia Phedra
Make Infiniti Lancia
Model Q45 Phedra
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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