2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sorento and 2006 Lancia Lybra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 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 Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Lybra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |