2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix (170 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
