2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
