2009 Lancia Phedra vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Phedra | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Phedra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
