1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2003 Volvo S40 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Lybra | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |