2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 300 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Lybra | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
