2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 942 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise 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 1999 Lotus Elise. 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 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Phedra | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
