2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 Lancia Phedra and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 171 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 S 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 S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Phedra | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
