2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 Lancia Lybra and 2001 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |