2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 3 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 72 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 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Lybra | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
