2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Lybra | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
