2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Lancia Phedra and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lancia Phedra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Phedra | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |