2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |