2002 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2009 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ka | Phedra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |