2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Lybra | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |