2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra

To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.

Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2004 Lancia Phedra
Make BMW Lancia
Model 530 Phedra
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 242 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1784 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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