2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 Lexus SC 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 2005 Lexus SC. 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Phedra | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
