2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 83 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Phedra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
