2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 2009 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Routan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
