2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 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. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Lybra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
