2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1784 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
