2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
