2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Lybra | Forenza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |