2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Lybra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
