2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Lybra and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 245 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lybra | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |