2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 57 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Phedra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
