2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
