2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Phedra | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
