2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 3 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Lybra | G5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
