2003 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Acura NSX 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 2003 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
