2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cee'd | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
