2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 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 58 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Phedra | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
