1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 12 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 4 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Kappa | ION |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
