2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
