2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 584 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Lybra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
