1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |