2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Lybra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |