2005 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Lybra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |