2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW 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 12 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Lybra | LW |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
