1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 144 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Lybra | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |