1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Lybra | 605 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |