1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 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.
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 (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |