1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Lybra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
