2009 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 849 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
