2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 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 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lancia Lybra 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Lybra Corolla
Year Released 2001 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 132 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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