2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Phedra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
