2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. 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 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Phedra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
