2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
