2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Phedra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
