2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Citroen Saxo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Saxo | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
