2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
