2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Five Hundred | K |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |