2008 Kia Shuma vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma.
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 Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Shuma | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
