2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Phedra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
