2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Lumina | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
