2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 2006 Dodge Stratus 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. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Stratus | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
