2006 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A3 | Lybra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |