2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. 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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
