2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Lybra and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Lybra | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1160 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |