1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 437 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Kappa | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
