2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
