2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 373 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, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Lybra | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
