1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 539 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 2011 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 2011 Dodge Charger 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. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Lybra | Charger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
