2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Lybra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
