2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
