2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Lybra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
