2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Lancia Phedra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Phedra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |