2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
