2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
