2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 611 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
