2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phedra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
