2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cee'd | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
