2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 489 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Lybra | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
