2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Lybra | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |