2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lybra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
