1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 673 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Lybra | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
