2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
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 Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
