2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phedra | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 352 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
