2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lybra | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
