2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 418 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
