2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Phedra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
