2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 559 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.
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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carnival | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
