2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max 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. Both 2009 Ford S-Max and 2002 Lancia Phedra are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2009 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford S-Max | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | S-Max | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
