2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 882 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 2011 Dodge Durango 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 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Lybra | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
