2009 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (129 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
