2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
