2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cee'd | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
