2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Megane 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
