2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Lancia Phedra and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 944 kg more than 2007 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lancia Phedra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Phedra | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |