2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (182 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
