2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 940 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lancia | Smart |
Model | Phedra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |