2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6. 1993 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Phedra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
