1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 13 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 880 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
