2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Lancia Phedra and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Lancia Opel
Model Phedra Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1784 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 61 L


 

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