1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kappa | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
