2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
