2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Exige 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 2010 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra. 2010 Lotus Exige 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. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Phedra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
