2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 316 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
