2005 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma. 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
