2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 581 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
