1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
