1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 306 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
