2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1595 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |