2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 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.
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 (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Lybra | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |