2004 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, both 2004 BMW 645 and 2004 Lancia Phedra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2004 BMW 645 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 2004 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (270 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 645 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
