1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 374 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Quest |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |