2009 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Delta | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
