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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
