2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Lybra | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
