2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 222 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 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 |
