2003 Acura EL vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
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 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | EL | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
