2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 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 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 645 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Lybra 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Lancia Mercedes-Benz
Model Lybra Viano
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 3723 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 228 HP
Torque 156 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 201 km/hour 199 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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