2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Lancia Delta. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1999 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 | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Five Hundred | Delta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |