2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 199 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Lancia Lybra 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Lybra Forester
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1449 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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