2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 571 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Phedra | EL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
