2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
