2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2002 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
