2002 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2002 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2008 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
