2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato. 2004 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Phedra | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
