2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 731 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Canyon | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
