2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Lybra | Solara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |