2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Astra | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
