2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster 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 2005 Smart Roadster. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Phedra | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
