1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 767 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
