2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 117 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2007 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:
2007 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Lybra | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |