1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
