2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Lybra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
