2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Phedra and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 384 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2006 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Phedra | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Phedra | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |