2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
