2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky 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 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Because 2007 Saturn Sky 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 2007 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2007 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Lybra | Sky |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
