2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
