2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2512 mm |