2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
