2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
