2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Phedra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
