2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 8 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 435 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2009 Opel Antara 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. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
