2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Lumina | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
