2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Lybra 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
