2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Lancia Lybra and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Lybra | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |