2009 Lancia Phedra vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Phedra | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Phedra | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
