2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Lumina | Phedra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |