2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
