2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lybra | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
