2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2005 Lancia Lybra and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 (305 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Lybra 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Lancia Opel
Model Lybra Corsa
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2386 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 108 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 73.4 mm
Top Speed 214 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 803 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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