1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 914 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |