2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
