1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
