2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
