2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Phedra would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Lancia Phedra are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
