2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 186 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Lybra | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |