2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 859 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-350 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |
