2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-350 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |
