2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 299 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
