2000 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Retona | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
