2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Phedra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
