2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Phedra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
