2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
