2001 Kia Magentis vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis.
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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Magentis | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Magentis | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
