2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Astro | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
