2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
