2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Cobalt | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
