2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES. 1996 Lexus ES 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. 1996 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Phedra | ES |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
