2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Five Hundred | Lybra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |