2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 408 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
