2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Lybra and 2003 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 2003 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Lybra | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |