2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
