1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo.
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 Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo 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 Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
