2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 2000 Hyundai Sonata and 2004 Lancia Phedra are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Sonata | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
