2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
