2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 50 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 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Lybra | SX4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |