2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
