1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 765 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lancia Lybra 2012 SsangYong Rexton
Make Lancia SsangYong
Model Lybra Rexton
Year Released 1999 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.5:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.3 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 78 L


 

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