2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Lancia Lybra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 419 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Lybra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |