2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Lybra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
