2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
