2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Lancia Phedra. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Phedra | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
