2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2009 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2005 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Phedra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
