2002 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Retona | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
