2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Lybra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
