2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
