2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
