2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Lybra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
