2011 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1049 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 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (300 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Phedra. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Patrol | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
