2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 509 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Bora | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
