2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
