2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 666 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. 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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2009 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Siena | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
