2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 879 kg more than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Phedra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
