1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
