2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |