2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 37 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sportage | Lybra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |