2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Fiat Multipla. 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Multipla | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
