2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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 (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Spark | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
