2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (267 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lybra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
