2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 765 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 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
