2005 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 2 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
