2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
