2009 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
