2008 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
