2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Phedra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
