2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Lancia Phedra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2005 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
