2006 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 141 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
