1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1057 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
