2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 750 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lybra | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
