2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Phedra | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1657 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 |
