2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 634 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.

Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lancia Phedra 1996 Porsche 911
Make Lancia Porsche
Model Phedra 911
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2946 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 201 HP 444 HP
Torque 285 Nm 584 Nm
Top Speed 205 km/hour 296 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1784 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2280 mm


 

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