2005 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Retona | Lybra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |