2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 37 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
