2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 40 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Lybra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
