1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 13 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Kappa | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
