2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Five Hundred | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
