2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Lybra | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |