2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 6 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Phedra | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
