2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lancia Lybra 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Lybra Caldina
Year Released 2003 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L