2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
