2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Element | Lybra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |