2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Cavalier | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
