2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Phedra | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
