2007 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
