2008 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | M | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
