2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra 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 48 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13 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 | 1446 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
