2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 357 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.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
