2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Phedra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
