2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Ypsilon | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
