2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Phedra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
