2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Lancia Lybra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 525 | Lybra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |