2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 Jaguar XK8. 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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra. 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK8 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
