2009 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2009 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
