2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-250 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 61 L |
