2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Lybra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
