2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTV | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
