2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Lancia | Saturn |
Model | Lybra | L |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |