1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Kappa | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
