2005 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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, 2008 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Carens | Phedra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |