2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Intrepid | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
