1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Lancia | Scion |
| Model | Lybra | xA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
