2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2010 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Lybra | Flex |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2995 mm |