2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart 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 88 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart 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 2005 MCC Smart. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Lancia | MCC |
| Model | Lybra | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
