2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 649 kg more than 2000 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Freestar | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
