1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 2005 Audi A6 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. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Lybra | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
