2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 2010 Subaru Outback 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. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Phedra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
