2005 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
