2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lybra | Alero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
