2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS 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 2006 Cadillac STS. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | STS | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
