2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2006 Mazda B2300. 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 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
