2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lybra | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
