2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra 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 28 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2000 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Lybra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
