2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 48 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |