2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rondo | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Rondo | Lybra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |