2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Lybra | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |