2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Phedra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
