2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 13 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.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Lybra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
