2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
