2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
