2009 Lancia Phedra vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima. 2003 Nissan Altima 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. 2003 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Phedra | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Phedra | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
