2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
