2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
