2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
