2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2003 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lancia Lybra 2003 Toyota 4Runner
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Lybra 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 84 mm
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 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2800 mm


 

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