2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lybra | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |