2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
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 Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2010 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Lybra | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
