2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 2001 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Lybra | I |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
