2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Covie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
