2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Lybra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 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 |
