2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Lybra and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |