2009 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
