2005 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
