2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 7 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 969 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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
