2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Lybra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
