2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
