2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2002 Lancia Lybra
Make Hyundai Lancia
Model Terracan Lybra
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1370 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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