2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Renault Scenic. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
