2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Lybra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
