2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sedona | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
