2009 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
