2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 315 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 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
