2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 118 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 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lancia Phedra | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Phedra | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |