2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Lancia Phedra were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Phedra. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
| Model | S | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
