2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
