2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Phedra | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
