2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 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, 2004 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
