1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 2008 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Venza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
