1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 13 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2012 Kia Carens 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. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Lybra | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
